Festus Mbinga

Festus grew up in Otjinene, a village in the Kalahari Desert in eastern Namibia. Festus was raised in the bush where tending his families free-ranging cattle herds was an important full-time occupation from early on. Growing up side by side with Kalahari San Bushmen, he absorbed much of his superb bush knowledge. Initially, Festus and his friends walked to the local farm school; however, village life was interrupted when he was packed off to high school in the capital city, Windhoek.

After completing secondary school, Festus first job, in 1992, was as an ovaHimba translator on Wilderness Safaris� trips. Soon his natural field guide talents became apparent and his big break came when he was promoted to a guiding position at Ongava Game Lodge. Four years of guiding experience in big game country of Etosha National Park was the launching pad for Festus' career into specialist guiding.

He has been leading safaris through the Skeleton Coast since 2000. Cross-country safaris were a natural progression for Festus and demand for his leading and guiding skills is at an all-time high. His profound knowledge and passion for Namibia and its people, is a marvel to experience.

Guided Safaris with Festus Mbinga

1. 17 Day Great Namibian Journey - From $6,895.00
Namibia is a land of stunning landscapes, endless skies, barren deserts, rugged mountains and spectacular wildlife-and the great Namibian Journey encompasses all. This group departure explores the dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert, the stark beauty of the Skeleton Coast, amazing marine life just off Swakopmund and the game-filled savannah of Etosha. This small (8 people) group, scheduled safari covers great distances by vehicle and finishes with scheduled charter flight access to the Skeleton Coast - a highlight for most who visit Namibia. You have the same highly knowledgeable guide throughout the safari. ...view safari

2. 10 Day Spirit of the Namib Group Safari- From $4,095.00
This new group Explorations safari is designed for the traveler who is looking for an affordable wildlife viewing trip that focuses on the stunning landscape and atmosphere of the desert - Hoanib is very special! This is a great value safari combining a few nights in park lodges , permanent tented camps and a hotel. Group size is limited to eight with the same guide throughout....view safari